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Provide psychotherapy to private and EAP clients via telehealth. Utilize various empirically supported therapies based on the individual needs of client.

Bridgeport Ct, Us

Behavioral Health Evaluator, Psychiatric Emergency Department, Behavioral Health Unit (BHU).-Formulate psychiatric diagnoses to determine need for psychiatric hospitalization or out-patient treatment, via psychiatric assessment, DSM-5 criteria, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.• Provide crisis intervention to help stabilize and address the patients’ distress. •Utilize strength-based approaches, motivational interviewing, and solution focused brief therapy.•Develop discharge plans through communications with outpatient providers and referrals to community resources.•Document all information obtained in evaluation, assessment, and consultation, as well as referrals and disposition in electronic medical record via EPIC, past CERNER.•Cultivate relationships with local therapeutic and social service communities.•Demonstrate cultural responsiveness in working with diverse patients, their families, and communities.•Advocate for patients’ rights and proper ongoing mental health treatment while providing guidance and emotional support.Intensive Outpatient Adolescent Program -Develop and facilitate/co-facilitate adolescent group psychotherapy. Group Therapist-Develop and facilitate DBT/CBT skills group for adult, children, and adolescent psychotherapy groups. Complete psychosocial assessments as needed. Other responsibilities•Conduct substance abuse consultation on medical floors and in main emergency department.•EPIC Super User- train and provide assistance to colleagues concerning EPIC electronic medical record system. Created Behavioral Health Evaluator EPIC training manual.•Participate in interview process for new evaluators and LPC interns. Train newly hired evaluators.•Clinical Supervisor to counseling/social work master level candidates while completing their practicum and internship.Assist in the training of APRN Psychiatric Nurse master level candidates and medical students with psychiatric evaluations and diagnosing.

• Administered psychological intake assessments providing diagnosis and diagnostic summaries.• Maintained a caseload of approximately 15-20 weekly patients of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds, ages ranging from children through adults.• Counseled on wide variety of chronic and acute DSM-V diagnoses including Bipolar, ADHD, Schizophrenia, PTSD, Grief & Loss, Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Depression, and Trauma. • Applied crisis invention techniques including problem-solving, information and referral, education and prevention.• Conducted individual sessions using a variety of therapeutic modalities including CBT and Integrative Psychotherapy with an emphasis on relaxation training, systematic desensitization, assertiveness training, and social skills training. • Developed and implemented treatment plans based on patient's needs, goals, and desired outcomes.• Collaborated with treatment team members including social workers, nurses, psychiatrists, court liaisons, families, and patients to implement treatment and discharge plans.• Generated documentation for counseling sessions, treatment plans, utilization reviews, and discharge summaries.• Participated in weekly group supervision meetings, providing team members with case feedback.

Fairfield, Ct, Us

• Managed a weekly caseload of 10-15 culturally diverse undergraduate students facing with issues regarding depression, anxiety, stress management, alcohol and drug abuse, self-injury, eating disorders, and trauma.• Provided crisis intervention, including problem-solving advice, information and referral, education and prevention. • Provide short-term counseling using motivational interviewing, CBT, integrative psychotherapy, and solution-focused strategies.• Conducted psychosocial intake assessments, providing diagnostic summaries. • Co-facilitated a psychosocial woman’s group, focusing on emotional triggers, coping skills, family roles, and healthy relationships.• Maintained case notes, records and statistics of counseling via Titanium Schedule’s Electronic Medical Records.

• Advise students in the selection of majors, minors, concentrations, and basic course load, • Set academic goals, monitor progress, and provide steady encouragement and guidance.• Assist students in the initiation and completion of the transfer process.• Endorse and advocate the needs of students by addressing issues and researching appropriate solutions.• Provide quality academic services by collaborating with all offices on campus.• Recruit part-time undergraduates via community colleges and corporate onsites. • Arrange on-campus information sessions and conduct off-campus presentations. • Coordinate & host events for prospective community college transfer students. • Assist in the creation and implementation of miscellaneous new recruitment and marketing initiatives. • Department liaison for all activities surrounding SHU’s Geriatric Health and Wellness programs.• Serve as the SHU liaison for Connecticut ACE Women’s Network, Office of Women in Higher Education. • Taught ESL through Sacred Heart English Language Iinstitute & the Thomas Shortman Union

Poughkeepsie, Ny, Us

• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests.• Collaborate with other teachers and professionals in the development of instructional programs.• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures and discussions.

Barcelona, Catalunya, Es

• Custom designed one-on-one and group ESL courses based on student needs and the WSI method.• Provided practice in production and comprehension of English for all levels.• Helped to acquaint students with the cultural context of English within social and business settings.• Assisted in creating and improving oral presentations techniques and business writing.

Poughkeepsie, Ny, Us

*Developed and conducted college and career exploration workshops for at-risk high school students, grade 12.*Directed grade 12 students in the college application process.*Provided personal, academic and vocational counseling to individual students.*Participated in faculty meetings to provide and obtain information pertaining to student performance, progress and development.

• Taught grades 1 through 8, each class comprised of approximately 25 students, in the Italian public schools.• Responsible for developing and inspiring conversational English through the use of drama, songs and games.• Developed lesson plans, activities, and worksheets.• Prepared students for standardized testing: Key English Test and Trinity College, London, levels 3 & 4.• Collaborated with Italian faculty members.

Poughkeepsie, Ny, Us

• Responsible for the overall development of approximately 200 first year students.• Developed and implemented academic programs for first-year students at risk for academic failure. • Served as a liaison with numerous offices and support services to help ensure the success of each first-year student.• Assisted first-year students in the development of a four-year academic plan, including course and major selections, study abroad opportunities and internship opportunities.• Created and implemented skill-building workshops addressing the academic and personal development of the student.• Promoted all aspects of academic learning within the residence halls, to students, faculty, and staff.• Collaborated with housing officials to create a safe and conducive environment for learning.Project Counselor, Upward Bound, Summer 2002 • Conducted college and career exploration workshops for at-risk high school students, grade 10.• Provided personal, academic, and vocational counseling to individual students.• Taught high school level math, science and language arts.• Participated in faculty meetings to provide and obtain information pertaining to student performance, progress, and development. Resident Director, Summer Scholars, Summer 2000 • Managed the living-learning environment for 28 high school students.• Planned and implemented summer social programs designed to promote cohesiveness between students, staff, and faculty. • Provided and administrated motivational leadership to a staff of three.

• Liaison between doctors, patients, and referring offices.• Assisted with clinical duties such as acupuncture, massage, and physical therapy. • Managed inventory, billing, and insurance verification procedures.

Implemented and led therapy plans created by occupational therapists in one-on-one and group forums.Problem-solved to help patients attain independence by adapting to their environment.

Master’S Degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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Certification, Esl

Bs, Recreation: Exercise Science

Bs, Health Sciences: Pre-Physical Therapy

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